Things people who grew up in San Francisco in the 1970s remember

By Amy Graff

on April 25, 2018 4:00 AM

You chowed down on French fries at Kerry's Lounge and Restaurant: The restaurant was on Army Street (now Cesar Chavez) near Van Ness.

You chowed down on French fries at Kerry's Lounge and Restaurant: The restaurant was on Army Street (now Cesar Chavez) near Van Ness.

Photo: Chris Stewart / The Chronicle

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You saw KISS at the Cow Palace—the night Elvis died. This tough-looking group is in the building for a 1977 KISS concert - notable because the band was at the peak of their popularity, and it was the night Elvis died. KISS acknowledged the event, playing a special edition of "Jailhouse Rock." Chronicle photographer Stephanie Maze wisely photographed the crowd even more than the band, capturing youth in the 1970s perfectly. less

You saw KISS at the Cow Palace—the night Elvis died. This tough-looking group is in the building for a 1977 KISS concert - notable because the band was at the peak of their popularity, and it was the night ... more

You saw the Blue Angels at Moffett Field. In this photo the Blue Angels bunched up for a final pass over Highway 101, as they landed at Moffett Field after a practice run around the San Francisco bay area in the 1970s. CHP shut the freeway down for the Angels practice. (Photo by Gary Fong) less

You saw the Blue Angels at Moffett Field. In this photo the Blue Angels bunched up for a final pass over Highway 101, as they landed at Moffett Field after a practice run around the San Francisco bay area in ... more

Photo: Gary Fong, The Chronicle

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You remember the hippies hanging out in Golden Gate Park. And you longed to join them. Photo taken on August 17, 1978.

You remember the hippies hanging out in Golden Gate Park. And you longed to join them. Photo taken on August 17, 1978.

Photo: Barney Peterson, San Francisco Chronicle

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You celebrated St. Patrick's Day at the Snake Races. In this photo, snake chaser, Steven Holt of Pacifica cheers on his snake "Sir Hiss" for the title "Fastest snake in the West" during the 20th annual St. Patrick's Day snake race in San Francisco.
Undated AP photo, ca. 1970's. less

You celebrated St. Patrick's Day at the Snake Races. In this photo, snake chaser, Steven Holt of Pacifica cheers on his snake "Sir Hiss" for the title "Fastest snake in the West" during the 20th annual St. ... more

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You went for live jazz at Keystone Korner. Jazz musician Sam Rivers performs at the North Beach club in 1977

You went for live jazz at Keystone Korner. Jazz musician Sam Rivers performs at the North Beach club in 1977

Photo: Tom Copi, Getty Images

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You pet Charlie O at an Oakland A's game. The mule was the team mascot, named after the team's owner Charlie O. Finley at the time. In this photo, Charlie O gets a hat during Bald-Headed Day at the Oakland Coliseum. The mule died in 1976. less

You pet Charlie O at an Oakland A's game. The mule was the team mascot, named after the team's owner Charlie O. Finley at the time. In this photo, Charlie O gets a hat during Bald-Headed Day at the Oakland ... more

Photo: Tom Levy / The Chronicle

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You remember when the Muni tracks were installed near Duboce Triangle. Duboce near Church 1970s track installation, view west up Duboce. Courtesy of OpenSFHistory.org.

You remember when the Muni tracks were installed near Duboce Triangle. Duboce near Church 1970s track installation, view west up Duboce. Courtesy of OpenSFHistory.org.

Photo: Courtesy Of OpenSFHistory.org

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You remember the White Night Riots. In this photo, San Francisco Police try to restore order at City Hall during the protests and riots that took place after the Dan White Verdict May 21 1979

You remember the White Night Riots. In this photo, San Francisco Police try to restore order at City Hall during the protests and riots that took place after the Dan White Verdict May 21 1979

Photo: John Storey / The Chronicle

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You remember the day Charles Mason was convicted. His followers committed a series of nine murders at four locations in 1969. Manson was convicted in 1971 of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder for the deaths of seven people, all of which were carried out at his instruction by members of the group. He was also convicted of first-degree murder for two other killings. less

You remember the day Charles Mason was convicted. His followers committed a series of nine murders at four locations in 1969. Manson was convicted in 1971 of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder ... more

Photo: Uncredited, Associated Press

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You went to the Musee Mechanique when it was on the lower level of the Cliff House. The collection of more than 150 antique mechanical amusements has since moved to a location at Fisherman's Wharf.

You went to the Musee Mechanique when it was on the lower level of the Cliff House. The collection of more than 150 antique mechanical amusements has since moved to a location at Fisherman's Wharf.

Photo: JERRY TELFER

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You listened to "The Emperor" Gene Nelson on KYA. He ruled the radio waves in the 60s and 70s. In this photo, he's receiving the Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame award and pictured with DJ Celeste Perry

You listened to "The Emperor" Gene Nelson on KYA. He ruled the radio waves in the 60s and 70s. In this photo, he's receiving the Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame award and pictured with DJ Celeste Perry

Photo: Courtesy Ben Fong-Torres

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You remember when Muni buses looked like this. In this 1975 photo, a New San Francisco Muni bus stands in front of an old Muni bus.

You remember when Muni buses looked like this. In this 1975 photo, a New San Francisco Muni bus stands in front of an old Muni bus.

Photo: Chronicle Archives

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You'll never forget the Oakland A's World Series run. The team won three consecutive World Championships between 1972 and 1974, led by memorable players including Catfish Hunter, Reggie Jackson, ace reliever Rollie Fingers, and colorful owner Charlie O. Finley. (Photo: Pitcher Ken Holtzman, of the Oakland As, hurls a pitch towards a Mets batter in fifth inning, of the first game of the World Series, Saturday, Oct. 13, 1973, Oakland, Calif.) less

You saw Willie Mays hit a homer at Candlestick Park. Mays played for the Giants until 1972, and famously got career hit No. 3000 in the second inning of the Giants' game against the Montreal Expos on July 18, 1970. less

You saw Willie Mays hit a homer at Candlestick Park. Mays played for the Giants until 1972, and famously got career hit No. 3000 in the second inning of the Giants' game against the Montreal Expos on July 18, ... more

You remember the opening of BART and feared traveling through an underwater tube. The Bay Area transportation system officially opened on Sept. 11, 1972, initially between the MacArther and Fremont stations. The Transbay Tube opened in 1974. Train failures were common in BART's early days. In this photo, patrons enter the Oakland City Center BART station on the opening day. less

You remember the opening of BART and feared traveling through an underwater tube. The Bay Area transportation system officially opened on Sept. 11, 1972, initially between the MacArther and Fremont stations. ... more

Photo: Charles B. Peterson, The Chronicle

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You wore groovy clothes. Polyester was the material of choice and bright colors dominated. In this 1971 photo, a man wears matching pants and sweater. In the background, you can see the U.S. Mint and Hotel Pickwick. A commenter identified the vintage cars as (from left): a 1968-72 Opel Kadett (B) wagon, 1962 Mercury Comet, 1971 Plymouth Fury and behind the Fury, a '68-69 Buick Skylark.

You wore groovy clothes. Polyester was the material of choice and bright colors dominated. In this 1971 photo, a man wears matching pants and sweater. In the background, you can see the U.S. Mint and Hotel

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You saw Dianne Feinstein pose in a Sutro Baths bathing suit at the opening of Pier 39. Feinstein was the President of the Board of Supervisors at the time, and wore the suit at the opening after losing a bet that the tourism center would open on time. The park opened on October 4, 1978. less

You saw Dianne Feinstein pose in a Sutro Baths bathing suit at the opening of Pier 39. Feinstein was the President of the Board of Supervisors at the time, and wore the suit at the opening after losing a bet ... more

You remember trips across the Bay Bridge with no traffic. You also remember the old eastern span. This photo was taken on the western span in 1971.

You remember trips across the Bay Bridge with no traffic. You also remember the old eastern span. This photo was taken on the western span in 1971.

Photo: Nick DeWolf/Flickr

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You were a fan of the Dead Kennedys. This punk rock band formed in San Francisco in 1978 and became known for its politically charged songs. They frequently played at the North Beach nightclub Mabuhay Gardens. Their name was controversial. San Francisco Chronicle columnist Herb Caen wrote in November 1978, "Just when you think tastelessness has reached its nadir, along comes a punk rock group called 'The Dead Kennedys', which will play at Mabuhay Gardens on Nov. 22, the 15th anniversary of John F. Kennedy's assassination." (Pictured: Jello Biafra of the Dead Kennedys) less

You were a fan of the Dead Kennedys. This punk rock band formed in San Francisco in 1978 and became known for its politically charged songs. They frequently played at the North Beach nightclub Mabuhay Gardens. ... more

Photo: John O'Hara, San Francisco Chronicle

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You remember Candlestick Park with AstroTurf. The natural bluegrass was torn up and the AstroTurf rolled out in 1970. The real grass returned again following the 1978 football season. This photo shows a stolen Piece of AstroTurf at Candlestick Park on Dec. 12, 1978. less

You remember Candlestick Park with AstroTurf. The natural bluegrass was torn up and the AstroTurf rolled out in 1970. The real grass returned again following the 1978 football season. This photo shows a stolen ... more

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You were an activist. You marched in protests and mourned the loss of trailblazing leader and Supervisor Harvey Milk, who was the first openly gay man elected to public office in America. This photo is from December 1978 on the the wall of the Bank of America at Castro and Market. (Photo: (c) Jerry Pritikin) less

You were an activist. You marched in protests and mourned the loss of trailblazing leader and Supervisor Harvey Milk, who was the first openly gay man elected to public office in America. This photo is from ... more

Photo: Jerry Pritikin

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You rode the cable car with friends—and didn't take selfies. Riding the cable car was was pretty much the same experience for tourists of 1971 as it is today—although fares cost less, lines were shorter and nobody was taking dozens of photos.

You rode the cable car with friends—and didn't take selfies. Riding the cable car was was pretty much the same experience for tourists of 1971 as it is today—although fares cost less, lines were shorter and

You'll never forget the day it snowed: Feb. 5, 1976. It was a rare San Francisco snow day, and the white stuff actually stuck to the ground.

You'll never forget the day it snowed: Feb. 5, 1976. It was a rare San Francisco snow day, and the white stuff actually stuck to the ground.

Photo: Clem Albers, The Chronicle

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You remember Grimes Poznikoff, aka "The Human Jukebox." He was a fixture on Fisherman's Wharf in the 1970s and 80s, and waited in a cardboard refrigerator box until someone gave him a donation and requested a song. Then he'd pop out of the front flap and play the song on a trumpet, kazoo or other random instrument. Here he's pictured circa 1978.

You remember Grimes Poznikoff, aka "The Human Jukebox." He was a fixture on Fisherman's Wharf in the 1970s and 80s, and waited in a cardboard refrigerator box until someone gave him a donation and requested a

You always went to Monkey Island first on visits to the San Francisco Zoo. It was damaged in the 1989 earthquake and razed and paved over.

You always went to Monkey Island first on visits to the San Francisco Zoo. It was damaged in the 1989 earthquake and razed and paved over.

Photo: Express-News Archives

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You feared the "Zodiac" killer. The Zodiac killer is blamed for at least five murders in 1968 and 1969 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Though other serial killers have had more victims, the "Zodiac" intrigued and terrified the public with his mysterious ways. He sent suspected letters to the Vallejo Times Herald, San Francisco Chronicle and other newspapers as late as 1974, warning he'd strike again. He was never caught, though many, including author Robert Graysmith, believe he was Arthur Leigh Allen, a Vallejo man who who died in 1992.

You feared the "Zodiac" killer. The Zodiac killer is blamed for at least five murders in 1968 and 1969 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Though other serial killers have had more victims, the "Zodiac" intrigued

You stopped to listen to the many musicians and buskers on city streets. Back then you actually stopped to listen because you weren't wearing headphones and listing to your playlist on your phone as you walked by. This street musician strums and sings for tips at Pier 45 on Fisherman's Wharf in 1971. Behind him is the now-demolished Tait's at the Wharf.

You stopped to listen to the many musicians and buskers on city streets. Back then you actually stopped to listen because you weren't wearing headphones and listing to your playlist on your phone as you walked

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You learned to drive in the parking lot of the White Front discount variety store. This store's massive parking lot was the perfect place for teenagers to learn to drive. "All my friends learned to drive there," wrote one S.F. local in the Facebook group San Francisco Remembered. White Front was a cross between a Kohl's and a dollar store and the one in S.F. was located at 16th and Bryant streets, the current location of the SoMa Safeway. (Note: This photo is pre-70s and was taken on Dec. 17, 1968) less

You learned to drive in the parking lot of the White Front discount variety store. This store's massive parking lot was the perfect place for teenagers to learn to drive. "All my friends learned to drive ... more

Photo: Art Frisch, The Chronicle

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You stayed up late to watch Bob Wilkins on "Creature Features." The cigar-wielding host introduced underground flicks with titles like "Attack of the Mushroom People" on the late-night movie show airing on KTVU's Channel 2 through the 1970s. In this photo, Wilkins sits with co-host John Stanley. less

You stayed up late to watch Bob Wilkins on "Creature Features." The cigar-wielding host introduced underground flicks with titles like "Attack of the Mushroom People" on the late-night movie show airing on ... more

Photo: KQED

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You feasted on Blum's Coffee Crunch Cake. This heavenly dessert was invented by Ernest Weil, the operations manager of the late bakery soda fountain chain, Blum's, with a location in the basement of the downtown Macy's. (Note: The photo features a modern-day re-creation of the cake.) less

You feasted on Blum's Coffee Crunch Cake. This heavenly dessert was invented by Ernest Weil, the operations manager of the late bakery soda fountain chain, Blum's, with a location in the basement of the ... more

You ate hot dogs at a Doggie Diner. At one point there were more than two dozen in the Bay Area. The last one closed in 1986. Its founder Al Ross died in 2010, at age 93. RIP Doggie Diner. (Susan Ehmer / The Chronicle 1978) less

You ate hot dogs at a Doggie Diner. At one point there were more than two dozen in the Bay Area. The last one closed in 1986. Its founder Al Ross died in 2010, at age 93. RIP Doggie Diner. (Susan Ehmer / The ... more

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You mourned the closing of Playland-at-the-Beach in 1972. In this photo, Bill Smit, 74, rides a Playland-at-the-Beach carousel horse one more time on the day before the ride went up for auction.

You mourned the closing of Playland-at-the-Beach in 1972. In this photo, Bill Smit, 74, rides a Playland-at-the-Beach carousel horse one more time on the day before the ride went up for auction.

Photo: Clem Albers / Clem Albers / The Chronicle 1972

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You shopped for jewelry from the stalls lining Fisherman's Wharf. This was an era of craftspeople and many sold their goods around the city. Photo taken circa 1978.

You shopped for jewelry from the stalls lining Fisherman's Wharf. This was an era of craftspeople and many sold their goods around the city. Photo taken circa 1978.

Photo: Jordan Weinstein

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Your swim team coach was Charlie Sava. He coached Olympic Swimmer Ann Curtis and hundreds of other S.F. kids. Photo taken on Aug. 13, 1987 of Ann Curtis, Charlie Sava and Wendy Nelder at the dedication of the Charlie Sava Pool in the Sunset District. Sava died on his way to work at the pool in 1987. (Pete Breinig / The Chronicle) less

Your swim team coach was Charlie Sava. He coached Olympic Swimmer Ann Curtis and hundreds of other S.F. kids. Photo taken on Aug. 13, 1987 of Ann Curtis, Charlie Sava and Wendy Nelder at the dedication of the ... more

You saw a Day on the Green concert at the Oakland Coliseum. Presented by promotor Bill Graham, the lineup in the 70s was extraordinary: Led Zeppelin, Grateful Dead, The Beach Boys, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac and The Who (pictured). less

You saw a Day on the Green concert at the Oakland Coliseum. Presented by promotor Bill Graham, the lineup in the 70s was extraordinary: Led Zeppelin, Grateful Dead, The Beach Boys, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac and ... more

Photo: Michael Zagaris, Reel Art Press

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You ate many hard-roll sandwiches from Panelli Brothers Deli. The brothers closed their North Beach establishment in 2002 after 82 years in business.

You ate many hard-roll sandwiches from Panelli Brothers Deli. The brothers closed their North Beach establishment in 2002 after 82 years in business.

You bought your vinyl at Tower Records.
You also lined up at the music store for concert tickets. Pictured: Tower Records at Bay Street and Columbus Avenue in San Francisco: Once thriving -- and noisy -- it's now out of business. less

You bought your vinyl at Tower Records. You also lined up at the music store for concert tickets. Pictured: Tower Records at Bay Street and Columbus Avenue in San Francisco: Once thriving -- and noisy -- ... more

Photo: Chris Hardy, SFC

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You rode the Ferris wheel atop Emporium during the holidays. A holiday tradition at The Emporium was the roof rides which were hoisted onto the roofs of both The Emporium downtown and Stonestown stores each year. less

You rode the Ferris wheel atop Emporium during the holidays. A holiday tradition at The Emporium was the roof rides which were hoisted onto the roofs of both The Emporium downtown and Stonestown stores each ... more

Photo: Photographer Unknown

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You remember when a scene from "The Streets of San Francisco" was shot on your block. The crime drama starring Karl Malden, right, and Michael Douglas as detectives ran for five seasons between 1972 and 1977. Unlike today's shows that are mostly shot in Hollywood sets, this show was almost entirely shot on location in San Francisco. less

You remember when a scene from "The Streets of San Francisco" was shot on your block. The crime drama starring Karl Malden, right, and Michael Douglas as detectives ran for five seasons between 1972 and 1977. ... more

Photo: Courtesy ABC TV/1975, AP

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You saw the Grateful Dead play at Winterland. Here Drummers Bill Kreutzmann and Mickey Hart perform on New Year's Eve 1977 with The Dead at Winterland. Lighting up behind the drummers are Phil Lesh, Bill Graham, Ken Kesey and roadie Steve Parrish.

You saw the Grateful Dead play at Winterland. Here Drummers Bill Kreutzmann and Mickey Hart perform on New Year's Eve 1977 with The Dead at Winterland. Lighting up behind the drummers are Phil Lesh, Bill

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You saw "Star Wars" at the Coronet. The theater at the corner of Geary Boulevard and Arguello Avenue was torn down to build senior housing. In this photo taken on May 28, 1977, movie-goers are getting out of the the 1 p.m. show show of "Star Wars" on opening day. The film went on to make more than $2 million in six months at the theater. less

You saw "Star Wars" at the Coronet. The theater at the corner of Geary Boulevard and Arguello Avenue was torn down to build senior housing. In this photo taken on May 28, 1977, movie-goers are getting out of ... more

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You traveled to Berkeley to buy your tie-dye on Telegraph Avenue. The trend stared in the 1960s and carried over into the 70s. This photo was taken in 1971 by photographer Nick DeWolf who traveled from Boston to the Bay Area to take photographs of the 1970s Bay Area.

You traveled to Berkeley to buy your tie-dye on Telegraph Avenue. The trend stared in the 1960s and carried over into the 70s. This photo was taken in 1971 by photographer Nick DeWolf who traveled from Boston

You remember the smell of pot during the Laserium shows at the Morrison Planetarium at the California Academy of Sciences. The psychedelic rock planetarium show ran from 1974 to 2000. Pink Floyd, The Beatles and The Doors were favorite shows. less

You remember the smell of pot during the Laserium shows at the Morrison Planetarium at the California Academy of Sciences. The psychedelic rock planetarium show ran from 1974 to 2000. Pink Floyd, The Beatles ... more

Photo: Chronicle Archives

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Listening to jazz on the bandstand at Earthquake McGoon's. Turk Murphy's Jazz Band, pictured, were favorites at this venue.

Listening to jazz on the bandstand at Earthquake McGoon's. Turk Murphy's Jazz Band, pictured, were favorites at this venue.

Photo: Barney Peterson, Chronicle File

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You ate late-night at Zim's Hamburgers. This location pictured at 19th and Taraval was "closed for renovation" in August 1978, but in reality there was a strike.

You ate late-night at Zim's Hamburgers. This location pictured at 19th and Taraval was "closed for renovation" in August 1978, but in reality there was a strike.

Photo: Jerry Telfer, The Chronicle

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You celebrated a birthday at the Hippo on Van Ness.
Remember the Hippo burger, the thick shakes and sweet birthday cakes?

You celebrated a birthday at the Hippo on Van Ness. Remember the Hippo burger, the thick shakes and sweet birthday cakes?

Photo: Susan Gilbert, The Chronicle

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You stared up in awe at the living Christmas tree under the dome in the City of Paris Department store. In this photo, mannequins on the second floor get a good view of the tree that rises to the top of the rotunda in San Francisco's City of Paris Department Store, Nov. 20, 1972. less

You stared up in awe at the living Christmas tree under the dome in the City of Paris Department store. In this photo, mannequins on the second floor get a good view of the tree that rises to the top of the ... more

Photo: Joe Rosenthal, San Francisco Chronicle

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You remember the opening of St. Mary's Cathedral. Here the church on Cathedral Hill is pictured during construction on Aug. 26, 1969. The cathedral replaced one of the same name that was built in 1891 and burned in 1962. less

You remember the opening of St. Mary's Cathedral. Here the church on Cathedral Hill is pictured during construction on Aug. 26, 1969. The cathedral replaced one of the same name that was built in 1891 and ... more

Photo: Stan Creighton, The Chronicle

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You rented roller skates in Golden Gate Park. In this December 1977 photo, a roller skate rental truck rents skates at the corner of Fulton Street and Eighth Avenue near Golden Gate Park.

You rented roller skates in Golden Gate Park. In this December 1977 photo, a roller skate rental truck rents skates at the corner of Fulton Street and Eighth Avenue near Golden Gate Park.

Photo: John Storey, The Chronicle

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You devoured a burger at Bill's Place. This Richmond spot on Clement Street is still going. All of its burgers are named after S.F. celebrities and the meat is ground fresh daily. (File photo)

You devoured a burger at Bill's Place. This Richmond spot on Clement Street is still going. All of its burgers are named after S.F. celebrities and the meat is ground fresh daily. (File photo)

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You remember the old California Academy of Sciences. The building was damaged in the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake and was relocated downtown to a temporary location before reopening after a complete overhaul in 2008. less

You remember the old California Academy of Sciences. The building was damaged in the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake and was relocated downtown to a temporary location before reopening after a complete overhaul in ... more

Photo: Peter Breinig, The Chronicle, 1984

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You remember the buildings that burned on Alcatraz during the Indian occupation. The small island, formerly the location of a prison, was occupied by Native American activists between 1969 and 1971.This photo of the Alcatraz warden's house and lighthouse was taken a year after the mansion burned during the Indian occupation. The entire island was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976.

You remember the buildings that burned on Alcatraz during the Indian occupation. The small island, formerly the location of a prison, was occupied by Native American activists between 1969 and 1971.This photo

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You remember when O.J. Simpson played for the 49ers. Simpson played for the 49ers from 1978-79. He's now better known for his trial and acquittal for the murders of his former wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman.

You remember when O.J. Simpson played for the 49ers. Simpson played for the 49ers from 1978-79. He's now better known for his trial and acquittal for the murders of his former wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her

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You jumped into the mosh pit at Mabuhay Gardens. This North Beach punk rock nightclub booked two bands a night seven days a week in its late-70s heyday. Frequent gigs were played by local bands the Avengers, Dead Kennedys, The Nuns, Crime, Dils, Pearl Harbor and the Explosions, the Tubes and Wall of Voodoo. The club's operator Dirksen also booked everyone from Iggy Pop and The Ramones to the Go Go's. less

You jumped into the mosh pit at Mabuhay Gardens. This North Beach punk rock nightclub booked two bands a night seven days a week in its late-70s heyday. Frequent gigs were played by local bands the Avengers, ... more

Photo: Richard McCaffrey, Getty Images

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